Statement of significance:

Outstanding examples of simple Victorian workers' cottages. Considerable character and charm. Forms unusual but styling is typical of the period. Thought to be the oldest surviving timber buildings in the Waverley Council area. These have special interest as a matching pair. Both remarkably intact. Early timber buildings in such good condition are now rare. Regional significance.

Date significance updated: 24 Oct 99

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History

First appeared in Sands Directory in 1868. No. 127 was occupied by John Edwards, road overseer, from 1868 to 1891. Then occupied by Mrs Anne Alderton from c. 1894 until the 1930's.

Historic themes

Australian theme (abbrev)

New South Wales theme

Local theme

4. Settlement-Building settlements, towns and cities

Accommodation-Activities associated with the provision of accommodation, and particular types of accommodation – does not include architectural styles – use the theme of Creative Endeavour for such activities.

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Assessment of significance

SHR Criteria a)[Historical significance]

Outstanding examples of simple Victorian workers' cottages. Considerable character and charm. Forms unusual but styling is typical of the period. Thought to be the oldest surviving timber buildings in the Waverley Council area. These have special interest as a matching pair. Both remarkably intact. Early timber buildings in such good condition are now rare. Regional significance.